Titans Announce Coaching Plans for Preseason Finale vs Bears

Aug 28, 2021 at 11:00 AM

Jim Wyatt

Senior Writer/Editor

NASHVILLE – With Titans head coach Mike Vrabel unable to coach in the team's preseason finale against the Chicago Bears due to COVID-19 protocols, the team has announced the following plans:

Special teams coach Craig Aukerman will be handling team communication with players.

John Streicher, coordinator of football development, will handle game decisions, communication with coaches and playtime management.

Wide receiver coach Rob Moore and offensive line assistant Jason Houghtaling, meanwhile, will also miss the game as they follow NFL Covid-19 protocols.

Additionally, the team will place WR Racey McMath on Reserve/COVID-19 list today.

The Reserve/COVID-19 list was created for a player who either tests positive for COVID-19 or who has been quarantined after having been in close contact with an infected person or persons. Clubs may not disclose whether player is in quarantine or is positive for COVID-19.

Kickoff for tonight's game against the Bears at Nissan Stadium is set for 6 p.m.

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